Midterm

This paper will be, at minimum, around 3 pages in length, and double-spaced.

Here is what I would like you to do in your paper:

• Provide a brief introduction relating to what you will be covering in the paper.
• Answer the following questions in a clear way, citing evidence from the text:
  • What are the two formulations of the categorical imperative (one's the categorical imperative, the other is the human formulation, or the practical imperative)? Provide an example of these principles in action. (274 and 279)
  • What is the relationship between inclinations (feelings, whether they be good or bad) and duty, according to Kant? (279)
  • How does Bennett, in his writings on morality and sympathy, respond to Kant? Is Kant anything like Jonathan Edwards? Why or why not?
  • Do you think Bennet has a good objection to Kant?
  • How do you think Kant views humanity? Is Kant more like Rousseau or Hobbes? Why?
  • Provide a conclusion with any final thoughts on the material you discussed.

I am looking for the following in your paper:

Criterion	Points Possible	Points Earned
A clever title.	5
An organized paper that flows well.	50
Accuracy in the representation of the philosophers presented, citing the text where appropriate.	50
Accurate citing. For example, “Here is something Kant said” (Kant 275).	5
Paper’s style of writing is dynamic and lacks clichés.	5
It is clear that the paper has been proofread by the author before submission.	5
Points	120

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Breakdown of paper organization and representation of philosophers:

Category	Excellent (25 pts)	Good (21 pts)	Fair (17 pts)	Needs Improvement (13 pts)
Philosophical Ideas	The philosophical ideas were portrayed with accuracy.	The philosophical ideas were portrayed in a mostly accurate way.	The philosophical ideas were portrayed in a somewhat accurate way.	The philosophical ideas were not portrayed in an accurate way.
Use of Quotes	A fitting number of quotes were chosen and explained clearly, offering an ideal reading of the philosophers.	Several quotes were chosen and explained clearly, offering a good but flawed reading of the philosophers.	There may have been not enough quotes chosen, but the quotes were explained clearly, offering a decent but flawed reading of the citations in question.	There were very few quotes chosen, and the quotes were not presented accurately.
Paper Quality and Style of Writing	The paper is of a dynamic, organized, and professional quality. There aren’t any clichés that are used, and the paper is focused on critically examining philosophical ideas.	The paper is of a professional quality. There may be some organizational issues, but overall, the paper is focused on critically examining philosophical ideas.	The paper is of a somewhat professional quality. The paper is not as focused on critically examining philosophical ideas, and the paper could be organized better.	The paper lacks professionalism. The paper also lacks a critical examination of philosophical ideas.
Following Directions	The paper is turned in on time, and answers all of the reflection questions.	----------	------------	The paper did not respond to the questions, or was not turned in on time.